Reply With QuoteI prefer the Mark II. I think the dial looks less cluttered.
As i'm in the hunt for a omega speedmaster in the Mark range i've been offered a Mark II and a Mark IV
Both in super condition.
Now i have to choose between them.
Which one schould i take
Mark II handwound
Mark IV automatic
https://www.fratellowatches.com/wp-c...4-14-31-05.jpg
http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/080...g?v=1433302159
Which one is to prefer?
All advice is welcome !!
I prefer the Mark II. I think the dial looks less cluttered.
Mark II for me as well. Both great looking watches but the II is just that little bit more.
Mark 2 for me ,would love a vintage one myself
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I don't know a great deal about them so can't give an advice based on personal knowledge however purely on a second opinion on looks alone then the MKII for me aswell?
The condition alone looks of greater quality than the other but that could be picture quality?
Good luck and enjoy!
Chris
If you pass on the mark ii let me know 🙋
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Last edited by MFB Scotland; 24th May 2017 at 22:20.
Mark 2 for me too.
The 2 watches in the links are only as an example.
Thr Mark II is serviced 3 years ago bu ferrie schweizer. That is "the" vintage specialist in the Netherlands. He has also overhauled the case and the watc was only worn once in a while afterwards.
The Mark iv commes from the first owner, was never polished and in know with the watchmaker for a complete service. The case still has it's factory finisch.
Pricewise they cost exact the same.
In anyway thx for the comments and good advice. Seems the Mark II is more wanted.
Last edited by soesgsxr; 25th May 2017 at 05:41.
Mark II - no contest! Buy and enjoy!
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Mark II :D
Mark II for me too
The Mk II is cleaner looking, slimmer and more like the Speedie Pro with the 861 movement inside.
But the Mk IV is more convenient (auto, date, central minutes) and the 1040 is a marvel of a movement, and the watch has more presence.
I will go against the grain here and say the IV. The II looks like it wanted to be a Speede pro, the IV like it was meant to be that way.
Dave
i'm surprised how polarised the replies are but I think you definitely have an answer if resale is your priority.
Resale is not my priority. I'm suprised too that most answer Mark II.Originally Posted by kdes24uk
Therefor i have decided to go for the mark IV. Also because he just returns from the watchmaker where he had a service with genuine Ref 176.009 parts. A new glass is fitted, alle gaskets are renewed, pushhers are replaced , new spring etc etc . The thing that made me decide is the fact she is never polished and factory finish is still present and she comes from the first owner.
It also seems a Mk IV is less commom than a Mark II or am i wrong? I read on www.calibre1040.com 10000 Mark IV are produced.
Here she finally is
last picture is taken before a new Original glass was fitted and before she got a service.
Fine choice sir, well done.
Looks lovely
D
I love the look of it, I find the dial interesting and cluttered in a good way. And the date is a very useful complication to have! Your one looks fabulous, love it.
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it took me a long time to find one in it's Original condition. Often the pointers or dials are chanced or demolished and far more often the cases have been polisched to much or movement have been chanced.
This one is correct
Mark II
Mark II
I was with the Mark II as well, but both are a fine choice.
Mark 2 for me, effortlessly cool.
Mark II! I am still searching for a reason why I havent purchased one already
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